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Screen and Clear

A 3-out, 2-low offensive play that teaches pick and roll execution with proper spacing. The point guard uses a screen from the left wing, while the two bigs clear out to the corners to create space. The point guard has three scoring options: drive to the hoop, hit the rolling wing, or pass to the clearing bigs. This drill emphasizes spacing, decision-making, and reading the defense.

Instructions

  1. 1Set up in a 3-out, 2-low offensive formation
  2. 2Position the point guard at the top of the key with the ball
  3. 3Position the left wing on the left side of the perimeter
  4. 4Position the right wing on the right side of the perimeter
  5. 5Position two bigs (post players) down low in the key
  6. 6The left wing comes up to set a screen for the point guard
  7. 7The point guard drives around the screen
  8. 8The left wing rolls to the basket after setting the screen
  9. 9The right wing fills the spot at the top of the key (vacated by the point guard)
  10. 10The two bigs down low clear out to the corners to create space
  11. 11The point guard now has three options:
  12. 12 Option 1: Drive to the hoop
  13. 13 Option 2: Pass to the wing that is rolling to the basket
  14. 14 Option 3: Pass the ball out to one of the bigs that are clearing to the corners
  15. 15Practice all three options and read the defense to make the best decision
  16. 16Rotate positions and repeat the drill

Pro Tips

  • The left wing must set a solid, stationary screen with proper footwork
  • The point guard should drive tightly around the screen to create maximum separation
  • The rolling wing should roll hard to the basket - make it a real scoring threat
  • The right wing must quickly fill the top of the key to maintain spacing
  • The two bigs must clear out immediately to the corners - don't hesitate
  • Clearing to the corners prevents crowding in the paint and opens driving lanes
  • The point guard should keep their head up to see all three options
  • Read the defense - if they help on the drive, pass to the rolling wing
  • If the defense collapses, pass to the bigs in the corners
  • If the lane is open, drive hard to the hoop
  • Communication is key - call out screens and cuts
  • Practice the timing of the screen, roll, and clear out
  • The rolling wing should present a good target with their hands
  • The bigs clearing to the corners should be ready to catch and shoot
  • Maintain proper spacing throughout the play
  • Work on both left and right side screens for variety
  • Focus on making quick, decisive decisions with the ball
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